Why dirty dryer vents are an ‘unseen hazard’ in your home

A clogged dryer vent can lead to a fire, but many people don’t realize the importance of cleaning vents and lint traps regularly.

Vancouver had 13 dryer related fires in 2015 that caused $200,000 worth of damage, and the city has already had nine dryer related fires this year. Nearly all of the fires were related to issues around lint buildup and duct cleaning.